What device is being taken apart? Keurig 2.0 Coffee Maker

Question

Draw the device. Label the parts.
What does the device do when in operation?
How are you going to take it apart? What tools do you need? I used a drill flathead srew driver and a hammer.
What kind of parts do you think you will find inside?

Answer 1

Keurig 2.0 Coffee Maker Breakdown

Drawing and Labeling Parts

(Note: Since I can't directly draw, I'll describe the key parts for you to visualize or sketch out.)

1. Water Reservoir - Holds the water used for brewing.
2. Heating Element - Heats the water before it's dispensed.
3. Brew Chamber - Where the coffee pod is placed and brewed.
4. Pump - Moves water from the reservoir to the heating element and into the brew chamber.
5. Control Panel - Includes buttons and a display for user interaction.
6. Drip Tray - Catches excess coffee that drips.
7. K-Cup Holder - Holds the coffee pod during brewing.
8. Exit Needle - Punctures the top of the K-Cup and allows brewed coffee to flow out.
9. Y-Connector - Helps connect various water flow components.
10. Circuit Board - Contains the electronic components for control.

Operations of the Device

When the Keurig 2.0 is in operation:

1. The user fills the water reservoir.
2. The user places a K-Cup coffee pod into the brewer.
3. Upon selection, the machine activates the pump to draw water from the reservoir.
4. Water is heated by the heating element and flows into the brew chamber.
5. The machine punctures the K-Cup with the exit needle, allowing hot water to flow through the coffee grounds.
6. Brewed coffee drips into the cup placed on the drip tray for the user to enjoy.

Disassembly Process

To take apart the Keurig 2.0 Coffee Maker, follow these steps:

1. Unplug the Device – Ensure it’s not connected to any power source.
2. Remove External Parts:
   • Take off the water reservoir.
   • Remove the drip tray.
3. Open the Back and Base:
   • Use a drill to remove screws from the back and bottom panels.
   • It may involve removing any rubber feet or covers that hide screws.
4. Disassemble the Brew Chamber:
   • Use a flathead screwdriver to carefully separate the parts of the brew chamber from the main body.
   • Keep an eye out for clips or additional screws.
5. Disconnect Wiring:
   • Gently pull apart any plugs connecting the circuit board to motors or sensors.
6. Use Hammer Sparingly:
   • Use the hammer with caution, primarily for prying apart stubborn parts (be careful to avoid damaging internal components).

Tools Required

1. Drill - For removing screws quickly.
2. Flathead Screwdriver - For removing clips and prying open parts.
3. Hammer - To gently tap apart stubborn components (used with extreme caution to avoid damage).
4. Pliers (optional) - If any components are stuck or require better grip.

Expected Internal Components

Inside the Keurig 2.0, you may find:

• Electrical Wiring – Connecting various components.
• Heating Element – A coil or plate for heating water.
• Pump Mechanism – Likely a small diaphragm pump.
• Plastic and Metal Parts – Various structural components.
• Circuit Board – Containing chips, fuses, and other electronic elements.
• Gaskets and Seals – For preventing leaks.
• Rubber Hoses – For transporting water from the reservoir.

Take the time to carefully observe and document each part during disassembly for easy reassembly or further analysis.